wanted vents for engine compartment cvx20

[baufder]

I have a CVX 20 and the engine compartment vents are looking shabby.  the chrome is peeling off the plastic.  1 is broken.  Does anyone know a source for these?
Thanks

[Jason]

No one makes any new ones exactly like those. The only good news is they were used on just about every Glastron and Carlson in the 70's. Used ones do pop up every once in a while on ebay or CL. You CAN get aftermarket ones but you may need to cut the fiberglass. Another option is to repair the ones you have and have them re chrome plated.

[75starflight]

I just purchased a CVZ18 a couple of months ago. I had one broken vent which I have successfully repaired with gorilla glue and I am planning on getting both of them re-chromed.  Jason it correct they do pop up once in a while on both ebay and craigslist. I picked up one just around a year ago for my v-179 starflite. Took me a long time to find one, so my advice to you is be patient you will eventually fine the parts you need. 

[CVZ18Fan]

Where can you get plastic re-chromed?? My vents are intact but the chrome need to be redone. Please advise.

Rich

[Jason]

I have never had it done. It was done when it was new so there is no reason it can't be re-done. Just google search it. I am sure there are places that can do it.

[rayar3]

Here's a place I'm sending my plastic radio faceplate to. Guy's prices are good, about $40.

http://www.chrometechusa.com/index.html

Oh yeah and if you need to repair plastic use the right glue. I like to use a plastic weld like Plastruct Plastic Weld. It's thin and chemically bonds the plastic together. http://www.plastruct.com/pages/CementGuide.html

Normal glues get the job done but some can have adverse effects on the finish later on. Plus if the glue is harder than the plastic when you sand it you might have variations.